iFi Audio Hip-Dac 3 Portable Headphone Amp & DAC

Introducing the iFi hip-dac 3: Elevate Your Music Experience On the Go

Discover the iFi hip-dac 3, a portable USB DAC/headphone amp that's set to be the ultimate tonic for headphone enthusiasts. With a sound as rich and detailed as a single malt Scotch, this third-generation hip-dac is the perfect pick-me-up for music lovers on the move.

Design and Finish:

Dressed in a sophisticated Titanium Shadow finish, the hip-dac 3 boasts a warm, subtle grey hue that changes tones in different lights, with hints of bronze and vintage gold. Its robust and pocketable aluminum enclosure showcases the evolution of iFi's iconic design, setting it apart as a stylish and trendy accessory.

Enhancements and Innovations:

The hip-dac 3 introduces several enhancements, including dual USB-C ports for audio and charging, adapting to the latest connectivity standards. A new switch engages iFi's IEMatch technology, optimizing the amp's output for high-sensitivity headphones and in-ear monitors, reducing background hiss and enhancing overall performance. Under the hood, circuitry improvements, upgraded GMT circuitry, and a new crystal oscillator contribute to a purer, crisper sound.

DAC Excellence:

Built around a Burr-Brown chipset, the hip-dac 3 offers True Native architecture, ensuring bit-perfect audio conversion for both DSD and PCM formats. The 16-core XMOS microcontroller optimizes sound quality, supporting sample rates up to 384kHz and DSD from 2.8MHz to 12.4MHz. Full decoding of MQA is also supported, providing a premium streaming experience.

Balanced Amplification:

The hip-dac 3's true balanced amplification stage reduces signal distortion, delivering a purer and more engaging sound. The amp stage, featuring a custom iFi OV op-amp, a precision low-noise power supply IC, and a high-quality analog volume pot, can deliver up to 400mW into a 32-ohm load.

Tailored Sound Experience:

With user-selectable features like PowerMatch and XBass, the hip-dac 3 allows you to customize your sound experience. PowerMatch adjusts input sensitivity for different headphones, while XBass provides a sophisticated bass boost without compromising midrange clarity.

Versatile Connectivity:

The hip-dac 3's USB-C audio input supports up to 32-bit/384kHz, ensuring accurate, jitter-free data transfer. It offers both single-ended and balanced outputs (3.5mm and 4.4mm) to accommodate a variety of headphones. The device includes iFi's proprietary S-Balanced circuitry, reducing crosstalk when using regular, single-ended connections.

Long-lasting Battery:

Equipped with a 2200mAh battery, the hip-dac 3 offers 7-12 hours of playing time between charges. It comes with a USB-C OTG cable, a USB-A to USB-C cable, and a USB-C to Lightning cable for iOS devices.